Porto colic fistula: A case report of incidental discovery during CT imaging

Abstract

The case report describes the discovery of a Porto colic fistula incidentally during a CT scan in a 52-year-old male with a complex medical history. Despite initially being admitted for respiratory distress, the patient developed abdominal distention, leading to imaging revealing massive colonic distention and the unexpected finding of a Porto colic fistula. Managing such rare conditions can be challenging due to limited guidelines, often requiring a conservative therapeutic approach. This case emphasizes the diagnostic and therapeutic dilemmas encountered and highlights the importance of further research and reporting to guide clinical practice in such cases.